Chicken and Spinach Quesadillas with Avocado Dipping Sauce

No need to stop in at your local taco joint for a bite – we’ve got you covered while on the run. These cheesy quesadillas are packed with spinach then dipped in a fragrant cilantro and avocado dipping sauce.

Preparation

Prepare avocado sauce: In a blender, add all sauce ingredients and process until smooth.

Prepare quesadillas: Preheat a griddle to 350°F or heat a large heavy skillet on medium. Place a tortilla on the griddle or skillet.

NOTE:

If using stainless steel, you may need 1 tsp oil to prevent sticking. Spread 1 heaping tbsp green chiles on half of the tortilla. Follow with ¼ cup cheese, ½ cup lightly packed spinach and one-quarter of chicken. Fold tortilla in half to make a quesadilla.

Let quesadilla cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until underside is lightly golden brown. Flip over and cook until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 quesadillas total.

Slice in half or in thirds and serve with dipping sauce. Eat immediately or let cool and wrap in foil and refrigerate or freeze. Frozen quesadillas can be warmed through in a toaster oven or microwave.

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